Insertable Electronic Device Ground Pad Contact Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Insertable electronic devices often experience operation degradation due to failure in securing electric stability, particularly when abnormally fastened or failing to establish contact between ground pads and host devices, leading to signal quality issues.
Innovation Solution
A communication device with a control circuit that detects fastening and ground pad contact to ensure electric stability, using a converter circuit, power line, and conductors to receive signals and output control signals for proper operation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Strength
If an insertable electronic device is abnormally fastened by a fastening member, then the device may be physically secured, but electric stability is compromised due to failure of ground pad contact, leading to signal quality degradation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a detection circuit that monitors whether the ground pad contact is properly established. When abnormal fastening prevents ground contact, the detection circuit generates a detection signal that triggers an error message or operation restriction, providing feedback to the user or system about the improper installation state.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent performs ground pad contact detection before allowing normal operations to proceed. The detection circuit checks the electrical connection status in advance, and only permits operations when proper ground contact is confirmed, preventing potential signal quality issues before they occur.
2Ease of operation
If ground pad contact is not established between insertable device and host device, then device insertion is simplified, but electric stability cannot be secured, causing operation degradation
Solution Approach 1:
The detection circuit provides immediate feedback when ground pad contact is absent or improper. The system monitors the electrical connection status and generates appropriate responses such as error messages or operation restrictions, ensuring users are notified of improper installation without complicating the insertion process itself.
Solution Approach 2:
The system automatically detects and responds to ground pad contact status without requiring manual verification. The detection circuit self-monitors the electrical connection and autonomously triggers appropriate responses, eliminating the need for users to manually check connection status.
3Reliability
If fastening structure is added to ensure ground pad contact, then electric stability is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces complex mechanical fastening verification mechanisms with an electrical detection circuit. Instead of using mechanical sensors or switches to verify proper fastening, the system uses the electrical properties of the ground pad connection itself to detect installation status, simplifying the overall structure while maintaining reliability.
Solution Approach 2:
The ground pad serves dual functions: it provides the necessary electrical ground connection for signal stability and simultaneously acts as a sensor for detecting proper installation. This multi-functionality eliminates the need for separate detection mechanisms, reducing device complexity while ensuring electric stability.
Data Source
AI summary
A communication device insertable into an external electronic device is provided. The communication device includes a converter circuit, a power line, a first conductor connected to the power line, and at least one second conductor electrically disconnected from the first conductor and connected to a ground, the first conductor being electrically connected to the at least one second conductor by fastening between the communication device and the external electronic device, a signal line, and a control circuit connected to the power line, the first conductor, and the signal line, wherein the control circuit is configured to receive a first signal from a processor of the external electronic device through the signal line, receive a second signal generated based on a discharging of a power flowing along the power line to the ground through the at least one second conductor when the first conductor is electrically connected to the at least one second conductor, and output, based on the first signal and the second signal, a control signal to the converter circuit for controlling the converter circuit.